Compassion Focused Therapists in Toms River, NJ

"**CURRENTLY HAVE A WAIT LIST** I am a Board Certified National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I work with adults, children, teenagers, couples and families. I have experience with substance abuse counseling, family and couples therapy, trauma, and general mental health counseling. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse issues, self esteem, etc.... take the first step of participating in therapy in order to learn skills, set goals, repair relationships and improve your overall well-being. "

"**CURRENTLY HAVE A WAIT LIST** I am a Board Certified National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I work with adults, children, teenagers, couples and families. I have experience with substance abuse counseling, family and couples therapy, trauma, and general mental health counseling. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse issues, self esteem, etc.... take the first step of participating in therapy in order to learn skills, set goals, repair relationships and improve your overall well-being. "

"Our practice consists of 7 mental health professionals with over 100 years of combined experience. What makes our practice unique is our shared vision in providing an emotionally supportive and humanistic approach to counseling. Each clinician brings their own individual style and set of clinical expertise in helping clients to meet their desired goals."

"Our practice consists of 7 mental health professionals with over 100 years of combined experience. What makes our practice unique is our shared vision in providing an emotionally supportive and humanistic approach to counseling. Each clinician brings their own individual style and set of clinical expertise in helping clients to meet their desired goals."

"Life at times requires guidance from others to improve ourselves and promote positive change. Therapy provides a safe haven for you to be honest with yourself through communication of feelings and thoughts you may not be able to share with others. Thus, creating a place for personal growth, self acceptance and empowerment to promote positive change."

"Life at times requires guidance from others to improve ourselves and promote positive change. Therapy provides a safe haven for you to be honest with yourself through communication of feelings and thoughts you may not be able to share with others. Thus, creating a place for personal growth, self acceptance and empowerment to promote positive change."

"I have devoted my practice to helping teens, college students, and adults create more satisfying, productive, and peaceful lives. I am compassionate and an empathetic listener, striving to create an environment in which my clients feel safe and empowered to learn about themselves, grow and make positive life changes. I believe in providing feedback, support, and teaching my clients valuable CBT based skills. I have a great passion for 'helping people help themselves' and believe in working collaboratively with my clients. I specialize in working with individuals suffering with depression, anxiety, trauma, poor self esteem, relationship issues, caregiver stress, parenting challenges, grief and loss."

"I have devoted my practice to helping teens, college students, and adults create more satisfying, productive, and peaceful lives. I am compassionate and an empathetic listener, striving to create an environment in which my clients feel safe and empowered to learn about themselves, grow and make positive life changes. I believe in providing feedback, support, and teaching my clients valuable CBT based skills. I have a great passion for 'helping people help themselves' and believe in working collaboratively with my clients. I specialize in working with individuals suffering with depression, anxiety, trauma, poor self esteem, relationship issues, caregiver stress, parenting challenges, grief and loss."

"I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with individuals, teens, couples and families. Recognizing your need for help with life's challenges and choosing to begin therapy takes hope and a great deal of courage. My practice offers a safe, warm and calming environment where you can share your life story and begin the journey of healing, growth and change. I can help you with life's transitions, relationship and communication issues and personal growth, specializing in women's empowerment and strengthening families."

"I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with individuals, teens, couples and families. Recognizing your need for help with life's challenges and choosing to begin therapy takes hope and a great deal of courage. My practice offers a safe, warm and calming environment where you can share your life story and begin the journey of healing, growth and change. I can help you with life's transitions, relationship and communication issues and personal growth, specializing in women's empowerment and strengthening families."

"Do you feel crazy? YOU ARE NOT CRAZY!!!!!We all have the capacities within us to cope with what life throws our way. Unmasking these innate capacities can be challenging and frustrating. Regardless of where you find yourself today an opportunity is always on the horizon to engage more purposely in yourself and your relationships. Let me help you uncover the authentic you! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist who is passionate about working with people struggling with PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I offer guidance and support for plethora of life struggles and challenges including complex trauma, self esteem and grief. "

"Do you feel crazy? YOU ARE NOT CRAZY!!!!!We all have the capacities within us to cope with what life throws our way. Unmasking these innate capacities can be challenging and frustrating. Regardless of where you find yourself today an opportunity is always on the horizon to engage more purposely in yourself and your relationships. Let me help you uncover the authentic you! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist who is passionate about working with people struggling with PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I offer guidance and support for plethora of life struggles and challenges including complex trauma, self esteem and grief. "

"Kelli is a private practice therapist, adjunct professor, well-received presenter and clinical program manager for two psychiatric units; she has over 18 years of experience working with diverse communities of all ages. Kelli is passionate about supporting people to live authentic, empowered lives. Kelli began her career in Ocean County, NJ in 1999. With compassion and integrity at the core of her practice, Kelli honors the unique path of everyone she works with, creating a safe place to enhance well-being. "

"Kelli is a private practice therapist, adjunct professor, well-received presenter and clinical program manager for two psychiatric units; she has over 18 years of experience working with diverse communities of all ages. Kelli is passionate about supporting people to live authentic, empowered lives. Kelli began her career in Ocean County, NJ in 1999. With compassion and integrity at the core of her practice, Kelli honors the unique path of everyone she works with, creating a safe place to enhance well-being. "

"My vision has always been to add weight loss surgery patients to my client population; offering guidance and support through what can be a maze of emotion and change. At times, even with strong support from an experienced bariatric team, navigating feelings of loss and failure can feel overwhelming. There is hope."

"My vision has always been to add weight loss surgery patients to my client population; offering guidance and support through what can be a maze of emotion and change. At times, even with strong support from an experienced bariatric team, navigating feelings of loss and failure can feel overwhelming. There is hope."

"Your journey to wellness starts here! Having an unbiased professional provides support to improve your relationships, communication, work through situations or change behaviors. The ultimate goal of therapy is for you to feel empowered to live your life! As long as you play an active role, you will find the benefits of therapy rewarding. I"

"Your journey to wellness starts here! Having an unbiased professional provides support to improve your relationships, communication, work through situations or change behaviors. The ultimate goal of therapy is for you to feel empowered to live your life! As long as you play an active role, you will find the benefits of therapy rewarding. I"

"Difficulty healing from past abuse and trauma? Feeling emotionally numb and disconnected ? Struggling in your relationships? Feeling depressed or anxious? Are you feeling stuck in life unable to move forward? Therapy with me is compassionate, engaging and collaborative. My energetic nature can help you find the motivation and strength to get "unstuck" and move forward in your life.Together, we can work towards achieving your personal goals, overcome life's obstacles, and move towards a place of healing."

"Difficulty healing from past abuse and trauma? Feeling emotionally numb and disconnected ? Struggling in your relationships? Feeling depressed or anxious? Are you feeling stuck in life unable to move forward? Therapy with me is compassionate, engaging and collaborative. My energetic nature can help you find the motivation and strength to get "unstuck" and move forward in your life.Together, we can work towards achieving your personal goals, overcome life's obstacles, and move towards a place of healing."

"In a relaxed, non-judgemental environment, I will help you find peace with your past, take control of your future, be mindful of the present. Together we will develop an empowering personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Focus will be on challenging your belief systems, gaining insight into self-destructive behavior patterns, learn alternative skills & techniques for coping with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, and managing your emotions. I have extensive experience helping those with addictive/obsessive thoughts/ behaviors, toxic relationships and emotional eating. You have the power to thrive, not just survive! In addition to office visits, video conferencing / phone counseling available."

"In a relaxed, non-judgemental environment, I will help you find peace with your past, take control of your future, be mindful of the present. Together we will develop an empowering personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Focus will be on challenging your belief systems, gaining insight into self-destructive behavior patterns, learn alternative skills & techniques for coping with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, and managing your emotions. I have extensive experience helping those with addictive/obsessive thoughts/ behaviors, toxic relationships and emotional eating. You have the power to thrive, not just survive! In addition to office visits, video conferencing / phone counseling available."

"I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 32 years of experience in most areas of clinical social work. I welcome you to my practice and sincerely hope that we can work together as a team to find creative solutions to your mind boggling issues."

"I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 32 years of experience in most areas of clinical social work. I welcome you to my practice and sincerely hope that we can work together as a team to find creative solutions to your mind boggling issues."

"Has life thrown you a curve ball?! Each new day can bring change or challenges that we may not always feel prepared to deal with. Please allow me to use my 20 years of experience to assist you and/ or your family! I am a licensed clinical social worker with specialization working with children and families. I provide individual, family and group counseling for those persons experiencing mental health diagnosis(anxiety, depression, ADHD, etc.), separation, divorce, parenting, behavioral, school and work related issues. I utilize a multi-modal treatment approach designed specifically to meet your unique situation and needs."

"Has life thrown you a curve ball?! Each new day can bring change or challenges that we may not always feel prepared to deal with. Please allow me to use my 20 years of experience to assist you and/ or your family! I am a licensed clinical social worker with specialization working with children and families. I provide individual, family and group counseling for those persons experiencing mental health diagnosis(anxiety, depression, ADHD, etc.), separation, divorce, parenting, behavioral, school and work related issues. I utilize a multi-modal treatment approach designed specifically to meet your unique situation and needs."

"I am a neuropsycholoigst with 25 years of experience in treating patients with brain injuries. I treats children, adults , and geriatrics who have experienced brain injury. Brain Injury can happen to anyone. Concussions from a motor vehicle accident, sports injury, strokes or dementia can affect people all ages. At Neuropsychology & Counseling Associates, LLC my staff and I provide treatment for all types of brain injuries."

"I am a neuropsycholoigst with 25 years of experience in treating patients with brain injuries. I treats children, adults , and geriatrics who have experienced brain injury. Brain Injury can happen to anyone. Concussions from a motor vehicle accident, sports injury, strokes or dementia can affect people all ages. At Neuropsychology & Counseling Associates, LLC my staff and I provide treatment for all types of brain injuries."

"As a social worker I take a hollistic approach to helping clients with a primary focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. After a 40 year career in both the health and mental health fields I now exclusively devote my time to a private practice helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and various mental health issues. I work with clients with substance abuse issues who are already involved in a recovery program. I am noted for having a warm and supportive approach and believe that humor is a part of healing."

"As a social worker I take a hollistic approach to helping clients with a primary focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. After a 40 year career in both the health and mental health fields I now exclusively devote my time to a private practice helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and various mental health issues. I work with clients with substance abuse issues who are already involved in a recovery program. I am noted for having a warm and supportive approach and believe that humor is a part of healing."

"I believe the best indicator for successful outcomes in the counseling process is a trusting therapeutic relationship. I employ evidence-based practices in a warm and empathic environment to bring about meaningful change and personal growth. With 10 years experience in counseling and psychiatric rehabilitation, I have supported children, adolescents and adults in realizing their personal goals and living their best life. "

"I believe the best indicator for successful outcomes in the counseling process is a trusting therapeutic relationship. I employ evidence-based practices in a warm and empathic environment to bring about meaningful change and personal growth. With 10 years experience in counseling and psychiatric rehabilitation, I have supported children, adolescents and adults in realizing their personal goals and living their best life. "

"Are you concerned about your child or family member's behavior, mood, or school performance and have been unsuccessful in assisting despite your best efforts? Not able to find the correct words or manner of speaking to successfully help them make positive and permanent changes? Has there been a major change in their life or that of your family and you feel powerless in your ability to help? Having marital disputes that you cannot seem to control? You are not alone. Many people have sought the assistance of a therapist/counselor and made permanent and satisfying changes in their, or a loved one's life."

"Are you concerned about your child or family member's behavior, mood, or school performance and have been unsuccessful in assisting despite your best efforts? Not able to find the correct words or manner of speaking to successfully help them make positive and permanent changes? Has there been a major change in their life or that of your family and you feel powerless in your ability to help? Having marital disputes that you cannot seem to control? You are not alone. Many people have sought the assistance of a therapist/counselor and made permanent and satisfying changes in their, or a loved one's life."

"I am Licensed Social Worker in the State of New Jersey, currently working at Empower Health Center in Lakewood, specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma disorders, and borderline personality disorder. In addition, I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy by Behavioral Tech and in DBT-Prolonged Exposure by Melanie Harned, PhD. I pursue ongoing training and supervision for the treatment of eating disorders through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and have a wealth of experience with eating disorders, women's trauma, and group facilitation."

"I am Licensed Social Worker in the State of New Jersey, currently working at Empower Health Center in Lakewood, specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma disorders, and borderline personality disorder. In addition, I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy by Behavioral Tech and in DBT-Prolonged Exposure by Melanie Harned, PhD. I pursue ongoing training and supervision for the treatment of eating disorders through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and have a wealth of experience with eating disorders, women's trauma, and group facilitation."

"I return all calls received before 8:00 p.m, the same day. Hi, I'm Janice Nardi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 24 years experience counseling individuals and couples. Individual Counseling includes issues of self-esteem, relationship counseling, life transitions, depression and anxiety, substance abuse, and trauma work. I devote 50% of my practice to couples and provide Relationship and Marital Counseling which is multi-faceted and may include pre-martial counseling, hot topics of sex, money, substance abuse or addictions, family planning, parenting styles, in-law matters, infidelity and recovery, divorce adjustment, and blended family issues."

"I return all calls received before 8:00 p.m, the same day. Hi, I'm Janice Nardi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 24 years experience counseling individuals and couples. Individual Counseling includes issues of self-esteem, relationship counseling, life transitions, depression and anxiety, substance abuse, and trauma work. I devote 50% of my practice to couples and provide Relationship and Marital Counseling which is multi-faceted and may include pre-martial counseling, hot topics of sex, money, substance abuse or addictions, family planning, parenting styles, in-law matters, infidelity and recovery, divorce adjustment, and blended family issues."

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